Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Irresistible Easy Pineapple Chicken and Rice Skillet Delight. This quick and satisfying dish combines tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and sweet pineapple for a delightful tropical flair. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with family and friends. The one-skillet preparation means less cleanup time, allowing you to enjoy every bite without the hassle. Customize it with your favorite veggies or spices to make it your own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (diced)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 bell pepper (diced)
- 1 can (15 oz) pineapple chunks (drained; reserve ¼ cup juice)
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground ginger
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in diced bell pepper and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add drained pineapple chunks and warm through for another 2 minutes.
- Whisk together reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, and ginger in a bowl; pour over the skillet mixture.
- Simmer uncovered for about 4-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve over cooked rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, feel free to incorporate other vegetables like snap peas or carrots. Adjust seasoning as needed to suit your taste preferences.